Description
Sweet summer refreshment springs to life with pink lavender lemonade, blending delicate floral notes and citrus zest. Elegant garnishes and chilled glasses invite people to savor this elegant, refreshing beverage perfect for relaxing afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups lemon juice (Meyer lemons preferred)
- 6 large strawberries
- ½ cup (100 g) sugar
- 2 cups (480 ml) water
- 2 cups (480 ml) ice-cold water
- 2 lavender sprigs
- Optional: food-grade lavender oil
Instructions
- Syrup Creation: Combine sugar, lemon juice, and water in a medium pot, heating until sugar dissolves completely into a silky smooth syrup.
- Infusion Process: Remove from heat and introduce lavender sprigs and strawberries, allowing their aromatic essences to meld and steep for 15 minutes, releasing intense botanical flavors.
- Straining Technique: Carefully filter the infused liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, gently pressing herbs and fruits to extract maximum flavor intensity while separating solids.
- Blending Finale: Incorporate ice-cold water into the strained mixture, whisking thoroughly to create a harmonious, refreshing beverage with balanced flavor profile.
- Presentation Artistry: Cascade the chilled lemonade over crystal-clear ice cubes in elegant glasses, garnishing with delicate lavender sprigs or vibrant lemon slices to elevate the visual and sensory experience of this summer-inspired drink.
Notes
- Steep with Precision: Exactly 15 minutes of infusion time is crucial for extracting the perfect balance of lavender and strawberry flavors without becoming bitter or overpowering.
- Strain Carefully: Use a fine-mesh sieve and gently press botanical ingredients to maximize flavor extraction while preventing unwanted pulp or plant debris in the final drink.
- Chill for Perfection: Ensure ice-cold water is fully integrated to maintain the drink’s refreshing temperature and prevent dilution of the delicate flavor profile.
- Garnish Strategically: Fresh lavender sprigs or lemon slices not only enhance visual appeal but also provide an aromatic preview of the drink’s complex flavor notes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg